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SITE

Shaping Inclusive Tourist Experiences

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Information

Start date
01/03/2024
End date
31/08/2026
Total budget
2.076.608,47
Partnership
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Project typology:
Standard project

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Project specific objectives

The specific objective of the SITE project is to enhance the role of culture and sustainable tourism in economic development, social inclusion, and social innovation.

The project aims to diversify tourist flows by promoting a more inclusive tourism ecosystem through the cross-border dissemination of Universal Design (UD) principles in the tourism sector, thereby fostering year-round tourism and making destinations more accessible and welcoming to people with disabilities, families, and the elderly.

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Project main outputs

The main outputs of the SITE project include the development and implementation of four pilot actions that deliver inclusive and innovative solutions, training activities, and the creation of tools such as a catalog of UD theories and practices, handbooks, and assessment instruments.

These outputs aim to improve multi-level accessibility in communication, wayfinding, and public spaces, providing useful methodologies and strategies that can be applied to other tourist destinations within and beyond the program area.

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About

The SITE project addresses the challenge of diversifying tourist flows by promoting inclusive tourism ecosystems.and Universal Design (UD) principles. This involves leveraging ICT to reduce architectural, sensory, and communicative barriers, ensuring destinations are welcoming to all, including families, elderly, and those with disabilities.

The project engages stakeholders across tourism sectors, higher education, research organizations, and NGOs to foster a UD culture through training, cross-border visits, and the development of practical tools like handbooks and assessment instruments. Pilot actions will demonstrate innovative, inclusive solutions, providing valuable insights for enhancing accessibility in tourist destinations across Europe.

SITE's approach centers on creating universally accessible environments that accommodate diverse abilities, guided by participatory research, workshops, and strategic collaborations. By focusing on pre-travel information, navigation at destinations, and enjoyment of public spaces, the project aims to set a new standard for inclusive tourism experiences, promoting social inclusion and economic growth.

 

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Lead partner

The Lead partner represents and takes full financial and legal responsibility for the entire partnership.

University of Trieste
Dipartimento di Ingegneria e Architettura

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News & Events

  • NEWS
    05/08/2026

    Advancing Accessible and Inclusive Coastal Tourism in Fano

    Project partners returned to Fano on 27–28 July 2026 to review accessibility works at Sassonia and Ponte Sasso beaches and engage local tourism stakeholders through a public event and training on inclusive tourism.

  • NEWS
    04/08/2026

    2nd visit to Dubrovnik: New Inclusive Solutions for Museum and Airport

    SITE partners returned to Dubrovnik on 15–16 July 2026 to review inclusive solutions at the museum and airport, train local tourism stakeholders and share progress towards more accessible cultural and travel experiences.

  • NEWS
    03/08/2026

    2nd Visit in Šibenik to advance accessibility at the pilot site

    SITE partners returned to Šibenik on 13–14 July 2026 to review accessibility progress at Barone Fortress and deliver training on Accessible Tourism and Universal Design for local tourism stakeholders.

  • NEWS
    04/06/2026

    SITECON successfully brought together voices and ideas for more inclusive tourist destinations and societies

    We brought together experts and stakeholders to exchange ideas, research and practical solutions for more accessible, inclusive and welcoming tourist destinations!

  • EVENT
    25/05/2026
    Date:
    27 May 2026

    SITE's final conference is almost here! - SITECON 2026

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